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Small Idea, Big Results: Learning through Soap Operas

An innovative ADB project in Mongolia aims to educate the most vulnerable in society how to overcome times of financial hardship using simple, effective tools, and a bit of advance planning.


12 Things to Know in 2012: Regional Cooperation in Central Asia

In an increasingly integrated world, regional cooperation is key to the long-term prosperity of nations. Here are 12 things to know about regional cooperation in Central Asia.


Blueprint for a Stable Rice Market

ASEAN nations can help avoid world rice price shocks by reducing export restrictions, placing less emphasis on self-sufficiency, retooling Thailand's rice pledging program, and expanding coordinated rice policies with India and Pakistan, according to a series of working papers from ADB.


Casting a Long Shadow on Asian Education

ADB education expert Jouko Sarvi talks about the economic and social implications of private tutoring in Asia and the Pacific.


Road to HIV Prevention

ADB is pushing for the amendment of the AIDS law to include HIV prevention in the workplace. This will facilitate government budget allocation for HIV prevention activities to curb an impending epidemic in Mongolia.


12 Things to Know in 2012: The New Silk Road

The thriving east-west trade that once prospered along the famed Silk Road is slowly being restored to its former glory through transport and trade links being rolled out under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation program. Here are 12 facts and figures on the New Silk Road.


Gathering Clouds: Can East Asia Endure Another Global Economic Crisis?

An extended global economic slowdown could weigh heavy on East Asia’s economies next year, unless policymakers act promptly, decisively and collectively, according to ADB’s latest Asia Economic Monitor.


CAREC at 10 - Connectivity and Trade for Prosperity

CAREC countries are working together to move people, goods, and vehicles across borders faster, more efficiently, and at least cost.


20 Years of Mongolia-ADB Partnership

Harmonious economic growth that is both inclusive and environmentally sustainable


Country Water Action: Socializing Water Tariffs for Cost Recovery

Mongolia's nomadic tribes live in substandard housing with poor public services in suburban areas but pay the same as those who enjoy full urban amenities. For water services, can Mongolia adjust tariffs so that they are equitable yet still pursue full cost recovery?